Introduction to Superyachts & Yachting Life

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IAMI GUEST Unit 23 - Online Course

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Who is it for​

IAMI GUEST Introduction to Superyachts & Yachting Life
Unit 23 – Online Course

This course is for anybody wanting to join the superyacht industry in any department, be it deck, interior, galley, engineering, or within a superyacht office environment (recruitment, yacht management, maritime schools)

Whether you are simply curious or already committed to embark on your new and exciting career journey, we will provide you with all of the information, tools, confidence and guidance you need to assure you that you are on the right path!

From the comfort of your own home, you can complete this online course (approx. 16 hours) at your leisure over 10 days. 

After completing the course, you’ll have the chance for a live Zoom call with course founder Sarah. With over 25 years of industry experience, Sarah’s invaluable and indispensable advice will guide you, answer any questions, and help determine your next steps.

Sarah Diggle-Whitlock

Sarah was a Chief Stewardess for 10 years, before moving ashore to the South of France, where she started training for the superyachts, both in classrooms and onboard for over 15 years. 

Sarah has a degree in Interior Design and used to be a shark cage dive specialist in South Africa. 

Teaching interior courses was a natural progression, training in classrooms, academies, onboard Superyachts and now providing online courses.

Sarah has now been teaching for 18 years, all over the globe, from private islands, residences, private jets, onboard Superyachts and now offering her online Introduction to Superyachts and Yachting Life from her home in Yorkshire

Sarah’s teaching style is unique, fun, interactive and filled with her adventures onboard the yachts. 

She also works as a Captain and HOD recruiter and is now based in the UK.

Sarah Whitlock
I did the Food Safety Level 2 course with instructor Mark, and had a great experience! Mark kept us entertained the whole day with his enthusiasm, style of teaching and ability to convey important information in a way that really highlighted the main takeaway of the course! He has a genuine passion for teaching and helping his students along their way into yachting with real-world advice and examples relevant to the course information.
Elin
“Thoroughly enjoyed the course! Amazing course instructor! Would highly recommend and would happily undertake any future courses with Alan!”
Eleni
“Mark was AMAZING – he was energetic, knowledgeable, had information pouring out his mouth and was super helpful with any questions we had. He clearly explained everything, and I wish he could teach me every day. Very good course!!!”
Polly
" I realised how important it is for every yacht chef to do their ship's cook assessment as I almost lost an amazing job opportunity due to not having my certificate. Thankfully Oceanwave managed to fit me in very last minute but only because they had a cancellation BUT this left me very unprepared. They helped me through the whole process and pushed and guided me through when I was so nervous. I can highly recommend all you yacht chefs to book your ship's cook assessment at ocean wave ASAP so you don’t have to loose any amazing opportunities. Thank you so much Claire and Mark, I wouldn’t have wanted to do my assessment anywhere else but with you guys."
Sam Kelly
“Mark is a very nice and professional teacher, with awesome humour. He made the course funny, dynamic and enjoyable. He understands yachting and crew life, it was very easy for me to empathise and do the course. I would recommend Mr. Cox to my crew without hesitation.”
Karla
“Excellent course. Mark did an excellent job running the course, it was timely, enthusiastic and made interesting! Course material covered many topics and hands-on examples. Kept the classes attention and participation. Would happily recommend Ocean Wave Monaco to others in the future!”
Blair
“Mark was amazing. Very captivating and funny. He actually made a PowerPoint presentation enjoyable. Thank you. Thank you!!!”
Charlotte
“Alan is a WONDERFUL instructor. Amazing is an understatement. He is funny, driven, kind and incredibly passionate about his job. I am so grateful I have met him and done this course. Thanks to Claire and Alan”
Juliette
“Both Mark & Duncan were very helpful when it came to explaining the importance of a chef’s role on a yacht. In two days, not only have they assessed me professionally but taught me or helped me understand more. Clearly the safety for myself and others. Great guys. “
Harry
“Great course, instructor & Facilities. Kitchen & education tools "
Xai
“Ce fait une très belle expérience, Mark soit instauré une belle ambiance et je salut la qualité de son enseignement ‘’
Amice
"Alan is a very animated and cheerful teacher. He makes it fun to learn while adding a serious tone when needed! You can tell he has a passion for his work and wants the best for his students."
Sofia
"Thank you (Alan) for the instructor. I learned a lot. He is a good teacher. Thank you."
Dilineta
"Alan was great! Really got the key points across in a fun and professional manner!"
Sherbanu
"I found a professional and prepared person, who clarified my doubts, thank you very much. I like the style of presenting on the blackboard, Alan."
Marco
"Everything was perfect. From the moment I have asked for information to Claire, to the moment we finished the course with Mark."
Adriano
"Claire & Mark are great instructors and the course is very useful and enjoyable."
Jaume
"Great communication skills! Loved these two days, very formative, helped me getting out of my 'comfort zone' a bit 🙂 "
Martina
"Instructors had a great sense of humour, extremely helpful and friendly. Really enjoyed the course."
Bianca de Klerk
"All the staff are legends."
Paul
"Mark was passionate and extremely helpful in his teaching. A+++. I really enjoyed the class and the benefits of the knowledge you shared with us"
Darren
"In-depth course run by professionals that care about the individuals and the industry. Genuinely loved the course and obviously massively grateful for mark coming in on a Saturday."
Gareth
"More than my expectations!!!
Manos Anagnostopoulos
"Excellent course. One of the best yacht courses I've done, Amazing"
David Harkness
"Claire was speedy & responsive and delightful to communicate with. Mark was an excellent course convener and well prepared for everything."
Michael Botha
"I can honestly say that I have no constructive recommendations for improvement. The course content, value for money and the priceless advice and guidance makes all the difference!"
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